1983 Porsche 930 vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1983 Porsche 930 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 15 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Porsche 930 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1976 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Porsche 930 | 1976 Renault 15 | |
Make | Porsche | Renault |
Model | 930 | 15 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |